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At Redmonk Studios, our story is one of passion, innovation, and unwavering dedication to transforming mobile app experiences. Our journey began with a simple yet powerful vision: to merge creativity and technology to deliver exceptional digital experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At HemAster Media, we dont just keep up with the digital world. We stay ahead of it. Our mission is simple: to help your brand grow online with clarity, creativity, and consistency.We know the internet is full of noise and shiny objects...
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- eCommerce
- PPC
- Advertising
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Enhance your online presence affordably through Media Wizards, offering expertise in social media management, SEO optimization, and increasing engagement on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Our dedicated team assists in achieving your business objectives, ensuring visibility and effective communication...
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- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Low Cost Web Agency delivers premium digital solutions at competitive prices. Established in 2013, we specialize in high-end website creation, strategic SEO, and cutting-edge Agentic AI integration. Based in India with a global mindset, we help businesses scale by combining technical excellence with smart...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Viluppuram, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Offbeat Pixels is a strategic growth partner and full-service digital marketing and marketing consulting agency in India...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Dehradun, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Renbotics AI helps businesses streamline operations through intelligent automation. We build AI-powered solutions including AI receptionists, WhatsApp automation, voice agents, CRM workflows, appointment scheduling, lead qualification, and customer support AI Agents. Our focus - reducing manual work...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Business Consulting
- Digital Strategy
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Introspective Market Research Private Limited, a global consulting and market research company. we deliver accurate and reliable market research reports tailored to various industries. Our focus on authenticity and innovation empowers businesses with data-driven insights for informed decision-making...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $800/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BigBrandTheory is a distinguished branding, design, and marketing agency, celebrated for its strategic foresight and creative intelligence. As a three-time award winner for Best Design Studio in India, we specialize in building digital-first, consumer-centric brands. We collaborate with future-focused...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $600/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WordPress developer based in Gilgit, Pakistan. I build custom WordPress websites, develop plugins, and help businesses grow online. Serving clients in Pakistan and worldwide since 2018. Visit Wpexpertlab for tutorials and services...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Affiliate Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chak, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
IZMHS is a digital agency building high-performance websites, brands, and digital experiences that help businesses stand out, grow, and compete globally...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Driving innovation & transformation through consulting, digital transformation, and AI & emerging tech solutions...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ghaziabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $22/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Our journey started quite a while ago during our early years in the IT industry, where we were fascinated by the intersection of creativity and technology. We were also eager to learn how a business can grow from nothing to everything with a correct plan and idea...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Finese PR is a boutique, knowledge-led communication consultancy, focused on Public Relations and Investor Relations. We are domain agnostic and since 2000, we have worked with listed and privately held companies, startups and legacy businesses, IT & Healthcare companies, NGOs and Individuals, Institutions...
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- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We offer end to end solutions as a creative innovation agency, specializing in interactive installations, multi-sensory brand experiences, retail branding solutions and immersive storytelling agency work...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We collaborate with businesses to conceptualize their value proposition and craft compelling narratives for their audience. Our problem-solving methodology, rooted in innovation, embodies a 'change by design' philosophy, emphasizing a distinctive consumer experience. This approach fosters a positive business...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Market Research
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
One Design Marketing Technologies is a digital marketing agency with a passion to use the power of the internet to grow your online business. ODMT is a Jaipur based agency providing website designing, website development, SEO, PPC, Email marketing, SMM, ORM, content writing eCommerce Services...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Performious is a digital marketing agency offers #SEO #PaidMedia #DigitalAnalytics #ContentStrategy and #MarketingAutomation services...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help businesses transform, scale, and innovate through technology, digital strategy, and intelligent solutions.At Krafnext, we are a digital transformation company specializing in Custom Software Development, IT Consulting, Web Development, Mobile App Development, Digital Marketing, and Business...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Can-Dev Solutions is a dynamic company specializing in website design and development, software development, mobile application development, business consulting, and innovative offshore outsourcing services, experiencing robust growth...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Nikol, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our secret sauce? A combination of branding, web development, app development, and digital marketing expertise: all engineered to create a lasting impact...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Dhanbad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
inoday team is proficient in rapid custom Software & Application development whether it is web-based, distributed or standalone application. It is designed in such a way so that it gets fine-tuned with all the specific requirements of your organization and your business needs...
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- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Business Consulting
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
LLMs hallucinate calculations. We build & fix AI systems where every number is computed, not guessed...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
TechSingularity is a software engineering and AI development company delivering custom software, SaaS platforms, enterprise applications, and intelligent digital products. Since 2008, we have combined full-stack engineering, AI, cloud, DevOps, and security expertise to build scalable technology solutions for...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
EzyBiz India Consulting LLP is a New Delhi, India-based advisory firm helping foreign companies, startups, SMEs and NRIs navigate business, tax and regulatory requirements in India. Our services include India market entry, company incorporation, accounting, tax advisory and litigation, FEMA and cross-border...
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- Business Consulting
- Investment
- Accounting
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a multi disciplinary brand consultancy reshaping businesses across the globe with curiosity and fervour. We pair evidence based research with human centric design methodology to partner with brands who wants to create value for the future...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Kochi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Indian SEO Agency is a platform that was born to offer you a complete service for the creation of your website, and marketing promotion. Our main job is to make sure that every detail concerning your company or business website has all the necessary details to become what your customers need to see to trust...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
BSMART Partners is an accounting, finance and business consulting partner serving businesses across the UK and India. With 25+ years of experience, we provide accounting outsourcing, bookkeeping, VAT return support, payroll processing, management accounting, financial reporting, MIS reporting, finance...
Top Services:
- Accounting
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Vijay R Singh & Co. is a Mumbai chartered accountancy practice (ICAI FRN 136869W) built around three client groups: startups, NRIs and small businesses. Founders come to us for incorporation, DPIIT recognition, Section 80-IAC exemption, ESOP structuring and FEMA reporting on foreign investment. NRIs come for...
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- Business Consulting
- Accounting
- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Hurryep Technologies was founded in 2023 by Jeevakumar, Ashok, Abhishek, and Ravikumar who are the founders of this new thriving company based in Madurai with its motto being offering high quality services aimed at customer satisfaction. Focused on excellence, Hurryep Technology majors on quality web design...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Madurai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
From unlocking data insights to accelerating growth, our dedicated team is committed to empowering your organization with data-driven strategies that lead to remarkable results. Embrace the future with Exillar and take your business to new heights...
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- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MyData Insights Pvt Ltd helps manufacturers transform plant-floor data into actionable business intelligence using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Azure, and industrial analytics solutions. We specialize in real-time OEE dashboards, predictive maintenance analytics, supply chain visibility, SAP-Power BI...
Top Services:
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rudder Analytics is a leading provider of predictive and exploratory data analysis services, empowering businesses to navigate towards optimal outcomes. Our approach involves an extensive array of statistical analysis techniques and data ETL tools, fostering statistical modeling and data visualization...
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- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- AI Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digi Acai is India's fast-growing e-commerce SEO agency, catering to D2C businesses. We create custom SEO strategies for top results...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Silicon Engineering Consultants Pvt. Ltd. is an engineering and BIM consulting company that provides architectural, structural, MEP, and CAD drafting solutions for construction and infrastructure projects worldwide. The company specializes in delivering accurate, technology-driven engineering services that...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Business Consulting
- IT Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $19/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Mordor Intelligence is a trusted partner for businesses seeking comprehensive and actionable market intelligence. Our global reach, expert team, and tailored solutions empower organizations and individuals to make informed decisions, navigate complex markets, and achieve their strategic goals...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an India-based digital agency recognized for our innovative marketing strategies that yield tangible results. Leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights, we specialize in crafting bespoke, conversion-focused campaigns...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lucknow, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Value Market Research facilitates its clients with resourceful syndicated and customized market research reports on more than 50 industries with global as well as regional coverage...
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- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Branding
- Public Relations
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Aundh, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $450/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At AVS, we specialize in crafting experiences that converge technology, design, culture, and brand identity, fostering loyalty, authenticity, and affinity among audiences. Comprising a team of dedicated professionals, we thrive on embracing ambitious timelines, executing challenging projects, ensuring...
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- Event Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Established in 2018, Codobux has emerged as a leading provider of mobile application and web development services. Our dedicated team is committed to delivering excellence, crafting tailored digital solutions designed to drive success for your business. Partner with us to unlock the full potential of your...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- DevOps Consulting
- Design Services
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $33/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our core is to help businesses prepare, strategize, and implement digital solutions in ERP and Analytics. We are a Cloud applications consulting and services firm located in over 10 countries specializing in Oracle and Salesforce. With over a decade of experience in handling a diverse base of customers from...
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- ERP Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- Managed Services
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Techzit is a leading IT startup specializing in range of services including Mobile App Design & Development, Web Designing & Development, SEO, Data Scraping, AI Solutions, etc...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Ottapalam, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
At Seven Twenty Ten, we live 'Less is More'. Our Communication Design Philosophy is about being economic in elements while maximizing impact...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SM Bookkeeping Services offers expert bookkeeping solutions tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises across the globe. With over a decade of experience, the firm specializes in daily, weekly, and monthly bookkeeping using advanced platforms like QuickBooks and Xero. Its dedicated team ensures...
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- Accounting
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Bhuj, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
We offers customized digital solutions for enhanced engagement, streamlined operations, and accelerated growth, driven by custom strategies optimizing operations and enriching interactions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BrainyDX is a full-service agency, offering its services in India, USA, & Dubai. We are an award-winning software development and digital marketing company...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Platform to bring and manage your dynamic team together & achieve business success. TaskFlier emerges as the premier management system developed by MNB Soft Solutions. Thanks to the folks at TaskFlier, the operational concerns that plague todays businesses are well understood and thus we embark on a trip...
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- IT Services
- Product Design
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Greater Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Shivohm are bespoke solution provider dedicated to helping our clients become industry leaders with innovative and practical solutions. we provide high-quality services in web & mobile development, digital marketing, data engineering, and data management...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Adalaj, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Greatinflux is a full-service digital marketing agency dedicated to helping brands grow, engage, and thrive in the digital landscape. We specialize in SEO, paid media, content marketing, social media, and creative strategy all backed by data and driven by results. Whether you're a startup looking to build...
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- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- $10/hr
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- Under $1,000
China Business Agency serves as a trusted partner for international brands seeking to navigate the Chinese market. With expertise in public relations, market entry, branding, and regulatory compliance, we support over 500 global companies in building a strong, compliant, and credible presence in China...
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- Public Relations
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- Social Media Marketing
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- Shanghai, China
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Concat, we are among the top business consulting firms in India, helping startups, MSMEs, and corporates achieve growth and long-term success. From business expansion consulting to fractional CXO leadership, outsourcing, digital marketing, and SEO services, we deliver tailored strategies that empower...
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- Business Consulting
- Location
- Ajmer, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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What Are Small Business Consulting Firms?
Small business consulting is a type of service provided to assist small business owners, from starting points to growth and obtaining finance.
Outsourcing a consulting agency means investing in developing your company’s roadmap and implementing improvements on an ongoing basis. They evaluate the internal procedure that affects efficiency and impacts the finding of your company’s crucial financial drivers.Â
Small business consulting firms help their clients get the best out of their technological structure by:Â
- Analyzing Cost and PerformanceÂ
- Discovering the Latest InsightsÂ
- Automating Complex ProcessesÂ
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- Running the Systems on the Cloud
What Does a Business Consultant Agency Do?Â
Consulting services for small businesses give their clients different types of solutions depending on the client’s aims, structure, and long-term goals. Below are the various tasks within the scope of work that a business consultant agency can help you with:Â
- Determining a business action planÂ
- Advising on the business policies (Human Resources (HR), IT, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP))Â
- Guidance on hardware and IT platformsÂ
- Supporting legislation procedures and complianceÂ
- Assisting Business Continuity Management (BCM)Â
- Identifying income streams Â
- Analyzing financial structure, including Activity Based Costing (ABC)Â
When you plan to scale your business and increase your revenue, consider the consultants who provide the following solutions:Â
- Process mapping. Understanding the current state and processes means laying the groundwork for an effective action plan.Â
- Reviewing the gaps. Zeroing in on the holes make it easier to establish the baseline of the present structure and space for further refinement.Â
- Implementation of the plan. Following the blueprint means gaining momentum, resulting in improvements and benefits in the later phases.Â
Consulting services for small businesses also create solutions for your company by researching and exploring your niche market. These solutions identify your priorities and improve your business plan while setting a clear direction of where to accelerate your goals.Â
These firms develop plans for a range of situations, such as:Â
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- CrisesÂ
- RestructuringÂ
In addition, there are different niches of small business consulting services, and some of them are:Â
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FIND THEM HEREWhy Hire Consulting Services for Small Business?
Size of the global consulting market is $132 billion, which means that a lot companies are seeing profit and revenue rise when hiring the perfect-fitting consulting business partner.
There are many reasons to consider consulting services, and some of them are:Â
- Saving time and moneyÂ
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Outsourcing a company that fits your business goals and priorities means having strong support for growth and scaling. Efficient collaboration can provide you with resolutions and focus that increases your company’s revenue and profit. Â
To develop your strategies, systems, and processes that enable scalability for the growth of your business, experts should provide you with the following:Â
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If the consultants cover your financial structure, you can expect services such as bookkeeping and payroll management, together with a review of your financial status. Â
Some small business consulting services work specifically on providing their clients with ISO compliance, including its common management system standard and Integrated Management Systems (IMS). Â
This means following the next steps:Â
- DevelopmentÂ
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How Much Do Small Business Consultants Charge for Their Services?Â
Regarding the cost of small business consulting services in the U.S., the fees range from $95 to $1,500. At the same time, the average price is around $400. Â
The hourly cost ranges from $45 to $150 per hour. Â
When searching for your perfect fitting consultant agency, remember that fees vary depending on the following:Â
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- Time frame (one-time or an ongoing consultation)Â
How to Find the Right Small Business Consulting Services?
Small business consulting firms collaborate with organizations to unlock their potential and support the growth and development of their client’s businesses. These agencies aim to create impactful strategies for your company and use their extensive networks to skyrocket your results.Â
When planning to find additional help, you should take into account the next steps of your cooperation process:Â
Step #1: Planning of Future GoalsÂ
When searching for your perfect business partner, consider that you should find common ground in understanding goals and tools for acquiring those goals. Visualization and understanding of the development methodologies are crucial steps for continued improvement.Â
Step #2: Understanding the ProcedureÂ
Small business consulting firms provide their clients with solutions such as highly detailed plans that present the strength of the present tools. These tools can be essential for routine operations to increase efficiency and reduce errors within your company.Â
Step #3: Creating In-detail InstructionsÂ
When hiring experts that provide consulting services for small businesses, you must remember that optimizing your internal structure takes a couple of months. To be sure that you are on the same page as your potential outsourced consultants, you have to thoroughly communicate the plans you have.Â
Step #4: Organizing the WorkflowÂ
Working with experts that can provide you with high-quality consulting services needs your full explanation of what you plan to do inside your company in the future. Enabling the workflow’s restructuring helps you improve possible business opportunities and assess the implications that these changes bring.Â
Step #5: Managing the PerformanceÂ
A proper performance management solution gives your team security when acquiring external knowledge from the outsourced agency. Managing your past performance and focusing on the current KPIs is the first step in the process.Â
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Some small business consultants are like mentors or advisors who work on comprehensive planning and strategizing of the task workflow.Â
Hiring the best option from all the possibilities on the market means feeling safe with your choice. Finding a partner with whom you can share your business strategies and financial plans is important essential.Â
Question #1: How Can Your Company Provide a Quality Solution for Our Business Structure?
When asking this question, the agency you are interviewing should have several arguments, and some of them are:Â
- Discussion and analysis of your previous resultsÂ
- Research of the market and industry trendsÂ
- Creating updated targets and aimsÂ
- Drafting and revisiting business plansÂ
- And so onÂ
Question #2: What Is Your ‘Genius’ Regarding Small Business Consulting Services?
Every small business consultant must be aware of their expertise and should know how to explain it to you in the interview. There is substantial enormous value in going from idea to action and providing you with a solid plan, which exceeds your current results.Â
Question #3: Which Steps Would You Take To Accelerate the Results of Our Current Business Plan?
Sometimes, hiring additional help in consulting services means recreating your current plan instead of creating a new one. As such, they should inform you of how they see progress in your company.Â
Question #4: How Does Your Payment Structure Look Like?
It is crucial to find out when and how much you need to pay to acquire knowledge from small business consultants. Many agencies ask for an upfront payment and the remainder after completion.Â
Question #5: What Happens in Case of Termination of the Contract?
This question provides a safety net to ensure how your potential business partner handles unplanned situations. Ask about the possible additional fees if it comes to termination of the contract and the timeframe of the termination notice. Â
Question #6: How Do You Manage Potential Errors?
A team who has years of experience in the field of small business consulting services can definitely make a few mistakes. Be sure to talk openly with your potential hire because they can prove their experience by knowing how to explain previous mistakes and errors.Â
Question #7: Do You Ever Outsource Your Experts?
Some agencies work with an in-house team of people, while others are outsourcing experts for certain niches.Â
Having a comprehensive outlook of the outsourcing process is a key point, so ask these follow up questions:Â
- How do you outsource your experts?Â
- Do you work on a particular project or per an hourly rate?Â
- Have you ever worked with two or more outsourced experts on one project?Â
Question #8: Does Your Agency Provide Team Educations?
It is useful to collaborate with a company who educates their team of people because you can be sure that they are up-to-date with latest knowledge. Working in the field of consulting services for small business means that the business strategists have the tools, expertise, time and energy to confidently employ your business plans.Â
Question #9: Can You Provide Support Although Our Collaboration Has Finalized?
Utilization of the business plan is one thing, but supporting your company after the process is finalized could mean additional tasks. Make sure to know if the agency you want to hire provides support and guidance at least six months after the end of your collaboration. In this case, you will know if you are about to handle rocky roads alone, or with the team of experts by your side.Â
Question #10: Have You Worked With Our Industry Before?
When scrolling through the agency's official portfolio, you might not find enough information on the general side. But, knowing about the experience within your industry will make you feel more secure in your choice of your future business partner.Â
Takeaways on Small Business Consulting Firms
To thrive in the market means having expert solutions provided to you for any situation your company might come across. Â
Outsourcing small business consulting services means being provided with the following:Â
- Managing your accountsÂ
- Handling administration workÂ
- Maintaining payrollÂ
- And moreÂ
Finding a perfect agency for your company means you are handed solutions when it comes to:Â
- Security and protectionÂ
- InvestmentÂ
- SavingsÂ
The most successful way to search for your perfect fit business partner in small business consulting is by filtering by the portfolio, team size, and overall costs according to your project’s timeframe.Â
Best of luck!
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